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In an ancient land a battle for survival plays out like a "Game of Thrones" episode, but the warring clans here are lions, leopards, hyenas and wild dogs. Set in the remote wilderness of Savute, Africa, "Savage Kingdom" is a rare look at rival animal factions fighting for decreasing resources in a parched region. Complete with brutal violence, unexpected deaths, surprising characters, and even romantic interludes, each episode is told from one predator's point of view. The result is a dramatic, character-driven story shot by award-winning Botswanan filmmaker Brad Bestelink. Emmy-nominated actor Charles Dance narrates the miniseries.
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Caleb N @Calraptor2617 Feb 4 A super impressive feat of filmmaking! While more visually eye-opening than factually accurate, Savage Kingdom represents a bold direction for National Geographic, but it definitely pays off. The cinematography is strikingly gorgeous and professional. Charles Dance narrates with grim precision, but also brings surprising personal emotions to tense and heart-breaking scenes. The first season had a great structure following different carnivores for each episode, with their stories converging very cohesively. It could be better with more scientific and informational insight on the different animals, and more accurate descriptions of their behavior rather than human parallels. But this show is still spectacular. It’s so brutal, too! It’s a great insight into the raw violence that defines nature’s food chains. Having watched the first season, it’s one of my favorites, but rewatching the third season has me thinking that the third entry is my favorite. See more Read all reviews
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Charles Dance

Narrator

Brad Bestelink

Director

Harry Marshall

Writer

Brad Bestelink

Writer

Ashley Hoppin

Executive Producer

Andy Mitchell

Writer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 24, 2016 Leopard's Rock Saba the leopard is a killer without rival, but her strength and resilience will be tested. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 24, 2016 Mother of Lions Matsumi becomes Queen of the Marsh Pride, but the price of success may be too high as arch-rivals try to bring the ruling dynasty to its knees. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 1, 2016 Queen of the North Three lionesses of the Northern Pride struggle to hold their ground, and to find food in the distant forests and hills; once a great family, their sons have been banished and now they must rebuild their pride. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 2, 2016 Army of Darkness Hyena queen Zalika plots her revenge on the Marsh Lions who keep her clan in exile in order to find enough food to keep the fast-growing cubs satisfied. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 1, 2016 The Rebel Army Hyena queen Zalika plots her revenge on the lions who keep her clan in exile. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 18, 2016 The Pale Pack A small but loyal family of wild dogs look for a safe place to raise six tiny puppies. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 25, 2016 Win or Die Five heroes head up rival families struggling for power; the winners are rewarded with the richest hunting grounds, but the losers face death. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 9, 2016 Big Game of Thrones A small but intensely loyal family of wild dogs is on the run, desperately looking for a place to raise six tiny puppies safe from predators and rivals. Details
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Season Info

Director
Brad Bestelink
Executive Producer
Ashley Hoppin, Harry Marshall, Laura Marshall
Screenwriter
Harry Marshall, Brad Bestelink, Andy Mitchell
Network
National Geographic
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Documentary, Nature
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 24, 2016